Protection / The Foundation
Black — in motion
Black · pair
Nude — on the leg
Nude · pair
Nude · both knees
Protection
The Foundation
Made by BadBeach
A thicker-coverage, no-fuss knee pad for beginners who just want reliable protection while they're learning to fall safely — made by BadBeach. 0.5cm padding, in Black or Nude.
Pick a size before adding to cart.
Fits thigh 38–46 cm · calf 36–44 cm · recommended for approx. 52.5–67.5 kg.
Our starter Protection pick — priced for accessibility.
All sales are final — no returns or exchanges once worn. Wrong item or defect? We'll always make it right.
Why we picked this
The Second Skin is the pretty, color-matched option. This one's for anyone who just wants solid protection while they're starting out: 0.5cm is thick enough to actually do its job, without looking like you strapped a brick to your knee the way the 1cm version does. It also covers more of the knee than The Second Skin — simple, durable, and built for the floor.
— DanceLay founder
Built to protect first, style second
- 0.5cm padding — real protection without the bulky, brick-like look of thicker 1cm pads
- Larger coverage area than The Second Skin, for more thorough protection while you're still learning to fall
- A simple, no-frills build in two everyday colors: Black or Nude
- Material
- Elastic knit with sponge padding
- Thickness
- 0.5cm (thin profile)
- Fit
- XL & XXL only (thigh 38–46cm)
- Care
- Hand wash cold, lay flat to dry
- Colors
- Black, Nude
Size guide
Why we chose XL & XXL
BadBeach makes this pad in five sizes. We're starting with XL and XXL — the two sizes that fit most adult dancers comfortably without feeling restrictive. Here's the full range for reference.
| Size | Thigh circumference | Calf circumference | Recommended weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 26–30 cm | 24–28 cm | 30–37.5 kg |
| M | 30–34 cm | 28–32 cm | 37.5–45 kg |
| L | 34–38 cm | 32–36 cm | 45–52.5 kg |
| XL As worn by founder | 38–42 cm | 36–40 cm | 52.5–60 kg |
| XXL We stock this | 42–46 cm | 40–44 cm | 60–67.5 kg |
Outside the XL–XXL range above? Message us before you order — we may be able to source another size directly.
No guessing games
Measure once, order right.
Measure your thigh and calf, check it against the chart above, and pick the size that matches. If you're between XL and XXL, size up — a snug pad rides down mid-combo.
How to measure in 30 seconds:
1. Wrap a tape measure around your thigh, 5cm above the knee.
2. Do the same around your calf, 5cm below the knee.
3. Match both numbers on the size guide above.